No one here would care if she went out or came in. She was about to find another corner to hide in when the newly dressed bride, Ai Yiwei, called out to her, "Susu, where did you go just now? Where's brother? Why don't I see Big Brother?"
Gu Susu found it amusing. Ai Yiwei was asking about Ai Yifeng now, fearing he might cause trouble and affect the wedding today.
She relaxed herself, pretending nothing had happened, and walked to Ai Yiwei's side, saying, "I just saw Big Brother in the small garden. He's probably sad because he can't bear to see you married."
Yuan Shuna, who had been busy entertaining relatives and friends, heard Gu Susu's words and couldn't help but her eyes reddened. Holding Ai Yiwei's hand, she said, "Take good care of yourself after you get married, and don't let your parents worry. You're too naive to fall for someone like Qin Tianlang, who is all show and no substance."
As she spoke, she began to wipe away tears. "Alas, it won't be like home. Your mother-in-law is also a formidable character. If you get bullied, come back. Don't wrong yourself too much."
"Mom, don't worry, I'll take care of myself," Ai Yiwei also squeezed out a few tears.
Seeing the mother and daughter about to cry, some relatives comforted Yuan Shuna, saying, "Look how well Yiwei is married. The Qin family in Lancheng! Qin Tianlang is the sole heir of the Qin family this generation. Qin Tianlang is someone countless women dream of marrying. Don't be sad, look at the bright side of things."
"Yes, yes, today is the most grand wedding in Lancheng in recent years. Only the Qin family has the strength to put on such a big event. You should be happy."
"Will marrying into the wealthiest and most powerful Qin family in Lancheng bring happiness?" Just then, Ai Yifeng walked in, questioning everyone.
The two relatives comforting Yuan Shuna were stunned and stared at Ai Yifeng, who had suddenly appeared before them, not knowing what to say.
"Yifeng, where did you run off to? It's such an important day for Yiwei's wedding, and you're not even helping out." Yuan Shuna spoke to Yifeng with a hint of blame.
"She cannot marry Qin Tianlang today. I forbid it!" His words caused an uproar.
Ai Shunan, standing nearby, said with a cold expression, "Yifeng, what nonsense are you talking about!"
The Qin family's wedding procession was about to arrive. How could they afford to cause any trouble now? They couldn't afford to offend the Qin family.
Ai Yifeng's eyes were red as he said, "I'm not talking nonsense. Yiwei is my..."
"Brother, I am your sister." Ai Yiwei interrupted him and continued, "I know you've always doted on me, your sister. We are the best siblings. I also don't want to leave home, leave you and Mom and Dad. But we eventually have to have our own families. You'll get married, and I'll get married too. Even if I get married, I'll visit you often."
Ai Yifeng stared at her intently. She seemed to be pleading with him with her eyes, afraid he would say something.
Gu Susu didn't want the wedding to be ruined. If Ai Yiwei didn't get married today, she wouldn't be able to take her child and escape.
"Yes." She stood between Ai Yifeng and Ai Yiwei and said to Ai Yifeng, "Brother, you've already had quite a bit to drink before the banquet. Let me help you back to your room to rest."
Ai Yiwei kept blinking desperately at Gu Susu, wanting her to help Ai Yifeng away as soon as possible.
Ai Yifeng tried to shake off Gu Susu's hand, but Gu Susu still grabbed his arm and whispered in front of him, "If you reveal what happened between you and Yiwei in front of everyone, she might not be able to marry today, but Ai Shunan and Yuan Shuna will never be able to hold their heads up in front of relatives and friends. If this kind of thing gets out, Ai Yiwei's reputation will be ruined, and she will hate you forever."
"Yiwei." Ai Yifeng stared straight at Ai Yiwei. If she gave him a single affirmative look, he wouldn't care about anyone else's gaze. He would do anything and disregard everything, take her far away, and be with her forever.
However, Ai Yiwei's gaze was evasive. She even showed disgust towards the increasingly frantic Ai Yifeng and pushed him towards Gu Susu, saying, "Brother, Tianlang is about to come pick me up. Why are you so drunk at this time? Hurry and let Susu help you to the room upstairs to rest and sober up."
Gu Susu felt Ai Yifeng's entire body lose strength, completely relying on her. She could only hold him firmly and walk upstairs.
At this moment, a servant ran in from outside, excitedly and joyfully saying, "They're here! Young Master Qin's cars are here to pick up the second young lady! Wow, more than a dozen luxury cars, all limited editions that you normally can't see."
As soon as the servant spoke, the relatives and friends in the hall rushed towards the main entrance, wanting to catch a glimpse of the top-tier luxury car wedding procession that only the Qin family could afford.
Ai Yiwei looked smug. This was the feeling she wanted. She tidied the hem of her wedding dress and asked the bridesmaid next to her, "Quickly help me check if I need any touch-ups?"
"No need, you're already stunning." The two bridesmaids covered her veil and accompanied her to sit down, waiting for the groom to arrive with his entourage.
Gu Susu painstakingly helped the disheartened Ai Yifeng to his room on the second floor. Neither of them looked back at the wedding procession scene in the hall.
She didn't want to look because she thought that among the people in the wedding procession brought by Qin Tianlang, there would be Tianyi. Since she was leaving, why look again and add to her reluctance?
She helped Ai Yifeng sit by the bed and asked, "Do you want some water?"
Seeing Ai Yifeng's stunned appearance, she couldn't help but feel a little sympathetic towards him. It turned out he was such a devoted person, but unfortunately, he had directed this devotion to the wrong person.
Ai Yiwei was not worth his devotion, but it seemed he was deeply entangled and would find it difficult to extricate himself.
Seeing that he remained silent and unresponsive, Gu Susu said, "Then rest here by yourself. I'm leaving."
Ai Yifeng still showed no reaction. Gu Susu, at the doorway, couldn't help but turn back and say to him, "Brother, I know you can't listen to anything right now. But I still have to remind you that you've all been deceived by Yiwei. Many of her outstanding qualities are obtained through deception. Her academic achievements in school were all fake. She had a messy relationship with the tutors who gave her good grades..."
"Get out! Get out of here!" Ai Yifeng roared at her with a vacant stare.
Gu Susu knew this would happen, but this was her last reminder to Ai Yifeng. From now on, she would never return to Lancheng, nor would she return to this so-called home.
She turned and walked out, gently closing the door.
Ai Yifeng clutched his head. His once handsome face was contorted into a terrifying expression. His mind was filled with scenes of him and Ai Yiwei from childhood to adulthood. She had deceived him, had she deceived him?
It wasn't because of their sibling relationship, nor was it because she feared societal judgment and gossip. It was because she was vain and had never truly loved him. She wanted the prominent family background of Qin Tianlang?
After leaving Ai Yifeng's room, Gu Susu did not go to join the wedding festivities. Instead, she quietly went to Ai Yiwei's room, dragged out the suitcase she had left there, and then went to the third floor to find Xiao Xingxing.
Xiao Xingxing was alone in the room on the third floor, with no one looking after him.
The room was unusually quiet. He was holding a toy, sitting on the bed with his head bowed, playing. He looked so lonely and pitiful.
"Xingxing, Mommy is here to pick you up today." Gu Susu walked to the small bed and said softly.